Type D Visa for Religious/Humanitarian Activities

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Type D Visa for Religious/Humanitarian Activities

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 weeks – 1 month

Estimated Cost

EUR €0–€100

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

The Type D visa is a long-stay visa issued to foreign nationals who intend to stay in Albania for more than 90 days within a 180-day period. It serves as a prerequisite for applying for a residence permit after entering the country.

The Albania Type D visa for religious and humanitarian workers is a long-stay entry permit designed for individuals affiliated with registered organizations in Albania. It functions as a necessary precursor to obtaining a residence permit, which is the legal instrument for long-term stay and eventual permanent residency.

Applicants must secure an invitation from a local organization and provide comprehensive documentation, including proof of financial means and a clean criminal record.

Cost Breakdown

Consular Fee (Adult)EUR €100

Consular Fee (Child 6-12)EUR €50

Consular Fee (Child under 6)EUR €0

TotalEUR €0–€100

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be engaged in religious or humanitarian work with a registered organization in Albania.

Must provide proof of financial means to support oneself.

Must hold valid travel health insurance for the duration of the stay.

Must not pose a threat to public order, security, or public health.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed visa application form (online)

Valid passport (at least 3–6 months validity beyond the visa period and 2 blank pages)

Recent passport-sized photograph

Notarized copy of the license allowing the organization to carry out religious/humanitarian activities

Letter of motivation from the religious/humanitarian institution

Proof of work permit or certificate of registration from the employer

Criminal record (Good Character) document, legalized/apostilled

Proof of accommodation and sufficient financial means

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Facilitates long-term residence in Albania
Clear path to permanent residency after 5 years of legal residence
Standardized online application process

Worth Knowing

Visa is only a gateway; residence permit is required for long-term stay
Fees are non-refundable
Requires coordination with a local registered organization
Threat to public order, security, or public health
Lack of valid health insurance
Inability to prove financial means

Application Process

Complete the application online at e-visa.al

Upload all required documents

Wait for pre-verification by the consul

Pay the visa fee once notified of acceptance

Submit physical documents to the relevant embassy/consulate if required

Upon arrival in Albania, apply for the residence permit at the local Regional Directorate for Border and Migration

Application Forms

Official e-Visa Portal

Fill online

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